Psychologists Are Guided by the Basic Scientific Assumption That Events

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Multiple Choice

Psychologists are guided by the basic scientific assumption that events are lawful. What does this mean to psychologists?

• A) Psychologists are required to obey the law in all their professional activities.
• B) Psychologists assume that behavior and mental processes follow consistent patterns.
• C) Psychologists recognize that behavior typically follows the laws created by society.
• D) Psychologists assume that abnormal behavior is unlawful whereas normal behavior is lawful.

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Differentiate between short-range, medium-range, and long-range forecasting.

Calculate seasonal indices and understand their application in seasonal adjustment.

Understand the role of smoothing constants in exponential smoothing.

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